I was forced to start the second round because I was raised in poverty

Chapter 384 I Have My Own Difficulties
The two spent a wonderful and happy day in Selamat, eating, playing, and taking many photos together.

When Chen Suna edited the photos and was about to post them in their group chat, Su Cheng stopped her.

"Don't send too many, just send one or two."

Su Cheng wasn't against sending anything, but rather against Chen Suna sending an excessive number of videos and photos.

"Huh? Why are you pinching it?"

It was only then that Su Cheng realized he hadn't told Xiao Chen that he was already dating Ye Li.

Sending too many photos might cause a minor misunderstanding.

But it's perfectly normal for friends to send each other two or three, or even three or four, group photos.

Although, based on his understanding of Ye Li, even if Xiao Chen sent more than a dozen photos and recorded short videos, Ye Li wouldn't be jealous or suspicious.

"ah??!"

Chen Suna's flushed face showed great surprise.

"Brother Cheng, are you dating my master?"

"Uh-huh."

Chen Suna was genuinely surprised.

Because nobody told him that!

Su Cheng didn't say anything, her master Ye Li didn't say anything either, and no one in the small group discussed it.

"Uh, we've all been busy, so we haven't told anyone. We just officially started dating," Su Cheng explained with a smile. "Xiao Zhang doesn't know yet."

"Ow!"

Chen Suna thinks it's actually quite good for Su Cheng and Ye Li to be dating; she felt from the beginning that Ye Li and Su Cheng were a good match.

"right?"

"Yes! I've always felt that you and my master are a perfect match. You've been good friends for so long and know each other very well. You must have a lot in common on values ​​and other issues, otherwise you would have had a falling out over other things long ago."

"Uh-huh."

Su Cheng and Ye Li had actually had some disagreements, but they were all minor.

Chen Suna took a deep breath.

She is carefully experiencing and analyzing her current state.

Actually, it's not so bad?

Su Cheng and Ye Li are a perfect match.

If I were to say I was jealous, I would definitely feel a little bit, but mostly I felt envious and wished them well.

After listening to Su Cheng's advice, she started living her life earnestly after arriving in Selamat and has changed a lot.

In the morning, she can do what those sophisticated vloggers do: get up, make a cup of coffee, exercise, take a shower, do skincare, and then sit on the balcony to officially start Shadow's work.

Every day I buy groceries, cook, and take photos. I visit all sorts of parks and restaurants in different weather conditions, and I can also shop at Apple's flagship store in Selamat.

correct.

She also got her driver's license and bought a car, a Toyota recommended by Su Cheng.

During her time in Selamat, what Chen Suna felt most was the correction and healing of her personality and spirit.

She knew that if it were her previous self, she would already be deeply shrouded in negative emotions.

She's probably agonizing over why Su Cheng chose Ye Li instead of her.

Why is she so disliked? Was everything with Su Cheng before just a lie? Why has she always been an unimportant presence since childhood? These and other questions will completely entangle her.

Therefore, her current feelings are real.

Actually, it's not bad!
"Then... maybe I shouldn't send it to the group?"

"Send it, I'll send it. Just send me the picture."

"If Cheng-ge has already posted it, can I still post it?"

"Of course you can send it! Your master won't be jealous. Don't overthink it, we're good friends!"

Finally, Su Cheng posted three photos, and Chen Suna posted two photos plus a 7-second video.

Su Cheng even tagged Ye Li.

Ye Li didn't reply, probably because she was busy, but Qin Fen and Zhang Yangwen replied to them immediately.

After chatting with them in the group for a while, the two went to a restaurant for dinner.

"So, Cheng-ge, is this trip a vacation or a business trip?"

"Team building activity, we just finished handling a case, it's a company benefit."

"Oh, I see! Thank you for your hard work!"

Su Cheng told Chen Suna about the interesting things that happened to him in Australia and when he was transferred to Shanghai.

Chen Suna was puzzled... why didn't Su Cheng leave the group?
"Xiao Chen, you don't understand... I can get inside information within the group, so our company is like a side job for me, except you're the one managing it."

"Uh-huh……"

Chen Suna nodded, not quite understanding.

But she felt that this did not seem to be a reason for Su Cheng not to leave the Emperor Group.

Based on Chen Suna's understanding of Su Cheng, he was definitely not the kind of person who would take inside information and engage in activities similar to insider trading in stocks.

Shadow has now grown to a considerable size, with billions of dollars in cash on its books and an additional billion dollars coming in every year.

Su Cheng could completely leave the Emperor Group and devote herself entirely to Shadow.

Shadow could easily become the president of a company worth tens or even hundreds of billions, so there's no need for him to stay at the Emperor Group.

Even though Su Cheng has become K11.

Perhaps this is just Su Cheng's explanation or a reason that is not entirely sufficient?
Chen Suna's guess was correct.

This was indeed Su Cheng's lame excuse.

While it's true that you can make money from inside information, it's certainly not as comfortable as being the president of the company after leaving the Emperor Group.

But the key issue is...

Leaving the Emperor Group would mean leaving the "poor upbringing plan," which the old man would not allow.

Su Cheng is currently in the "study stage." If he "drops out of school to work," the old man will definitely make his life miserable.

Shadow currently has billions in its accounts, and it's true that billions flow in every year, but it would be very easy for the old man to wipe it all out.

The collapse of the Ma family is a foreshadowing event.

"Oh dear, you figured it out."

Su Cheng smiled awkwardly.

"Alas, I have my own difficulties."

"Okay, then I won't ask."

"Uh-huh."

Su Cheng actually envied Chen Suna.

Because she is already living the life she dreamed of.

Free from parental control, I can live as I please, enjoy the sunshine and be at my best every day, and live the rest of my days earnestly.

Those negative things can probably be left behind, and you might not even think about them for years.

This kind of life was incredibly tempting for Su Cheng.

but.

When will this kind of life come?
If I continue to be forced into the old man's control like this, will I really ever reach that point?

Su Cheng didn't know the answer to that question.

He did try to resist, but with little success.

perhaps.

Is he going to change his approach now?
How about taking a more radical, yet intelligent, approach, like committing suicide?

The seed that had been planted in Su Cheng's heart was now quietly taking root and sprouting... He had a general idea in his mind.

Over the next few days, Su Cheng spent time with Chen Suna, taking her to hotels for meals and accommodations, and participating in team-building activities.

It wasn't very interesting for him alone, but it became fun after Chen Suna joined in.

Su Cheng originally wanted to call Wang Ma over, but Xiao Chen said she hadn't seen Wang Zhiying for a long time and that she seemed to have gone on vacation abroad.

However, Su Cheng didn't care too much. Let her go on vacation; it was her business.

The team-building trip ended quickly.

Su Cheng bid farewell to Chen Suna and returned to Shanghai with the joint team.

……

It had just landed not long ago.

Su Cheng then received a call from Long Ruoli, asking if he had landed yet and instructing him to go to her mansion immediately.

After receiving a call from Long Ruoli, Su Cheng immediately went to the mansion that Long Ruoli had designated.

This mansion is located in a prime area of ​​Shanghai, nestled deep within a quiet, secluded street.
The main building of the mansion is a three-story detached villa.

It is neither a flamboyant modernist glass masterpiece nor a complete replica of an old Western-style house, but a building that cleverly blends Shanghai style with modern luxury.

Upon entering the mansion, the first thing that catches the eye is a magnificent two-story foyer, with a Czech crystal chandelier hanging in the center, its dazzling light complementing the spiraling solid wood staircase.

After waiting there for a while, Su Cheng saw Long Ruoli coming down from upstairs.

Long Ruoli's long hair was not styled in any particular way; a few slightly curled strands fell casually over her shoulders and cheeks, brushing against her smooth skin with her slight movements, adding a touch of naivety and charm.

She was wearing a midnight blue silk robe, made of the finest mulberry silk, as light and thin as a cicada's wing.

With each step she took, the hem of her nightgown swayed gently like ripples on water beside her smooth calves.

The robe is not a tight-fitting design, but a loose cut. It is this unintentional wrapping that can better outline the graceful curves of the body than any tight-fitting clothing.

The V-neckline was perfectly positioned, elegantly revealing her delicate collarbone and a small patch of smooth, porcelain-like skin.

A belt of the same material was loosely tied around her waist, highlighting her slender waist while also conveying a sense of danger that it might slip off at any moment.

The dress didn't fit perfectly, yet it conjured up curves in Su Cheng's mind that were clearer and more daring than any form of nudity.

"President Long."

"Yes, Mr. Su, please have a seat."

Long Ruoli gestured for Su Cheng to follow her into the living room and sit down.

"Just got off the plane?"

"Ah."

"I'm really sorry to have invited you here so late, but the matter is urgent and I have no choice but to do this."

As Long Ruoli spoke, she crossed her legs.

Her movement pulled the side slit to its maximum.

The hem of her originally loose nightgown naturally pulled up, unexpectedly revealing her smooth, jade-like thigh skin through the dark silk, outlining the full, rounded curves of her outer thigh.

It was no longer the lines Su Cheng had imagined, but a direct, frank, yet incredibly sophisticated revelation.

The skin glowed with a soft halo under the living room lights, every inch so smooth that light seemed to glide across it.

"Mr. Long, I thought you were still in Australia."

"I've already been transferred to Shanghai."

"I've never heard you mention it."

“I was transferred to Shanghai before you,” Long Ruoli explained. “Originally, I wanted to transfer you to the same place as me, but the group arranged for you to go to Yh, so I couldn’t say anything.”

Su Cheng teased, "So, Mr. Long, which department in the group are you in now?"

If Long Ruoli answers the advertising department, then Su Cheng will hold her accountable.

Damn it, Unv won't give me any streams, huh?

Long Ruoli smiled.

"I can't tell you that; the group has confidentiality rules."

"Okay... so what did you want to see me about, Mr. Long?"

Long Ruoli paused, took a sip of tea, and then explained to Su Cheng, "The group has a sudden merger and acquisition case that needs to be resolved, and I recommended you to headquarters."

Immediately afterwards, Long Ruoli launched into a barrage of compliments, saying things like, "President Su, you are outstanding and a backbone of the group," and so on.

Su Cheng was tired of hearing it.

If I'm not mistaken, Long Ruoli's situation isn't a simple transfer.

It's just handing out exam papers to the old man.

And they even laid out so many dry chicken feathers.

Why should I pretend to be serious and thank the company for its trust and for giving me this opportunity?

"This case is very important. You need to write a comprehensive and detailed plan as soon as possible, and include your personal suggestions."

"Your proposals and suggestions will be submitted directly to headquarters as an important reference standard for them."

Long Ruoli explained the nature of the merger and acquisition to Su Cheng.

Su Cheng was a temporary, independent staff member.

Such temporary and sudden reassignments are common within the group, with these elites, who possess unique insights, handling the case analysis.

In other words, Su Cheng will not be directly involved in the decision-making process of the case this time, but will only provide reference solutions to headquarters.

The entire process must be kept secret, and no other personnel are allowed to participate or assist.

Ultimately, headquarters will make a comprehensive judgment based on the standards and recommendations of these proposals.

"President Su, you only have seven days."

Long Ruoli handed a thick file to Su Cheng.

"This is some unpublished information. You can check the publicly available information on the group's intranet."

Su Cheng: ? ?

ha?
He only had 14 days of leave, damn it.

Two days of free time, five days of team building activities, and the remaining seven days of free time.

So, if we calculate it that way, he only has two days of vacation that he can freely arrange?

The remaining seven days will be spent on make-up classes and exams.

Su Cheng felt that they had already thought about this before the team building activity.

Why don't you choose your working hours? Why do you have to take up his vacation time?
Damn it.

"I'm alone, and I only have seven days. Is that enough time?"

"You have to make it in time, no matter what. You only have seven days," Long Ruoli instructed firmly. "After seven days, no matter what you've done, send the plan to my email address. Don't delay, understand?"

"Time is of the essence, I suggest you go through the case files tonight."

Su Cheng: ???
He just had a six-hour flight!
Although it was a chartered flight, the six-hour journey was already quite tiring.

Do I still have to sort through case files tonight?

Are you trying to kill me?

Su Cheng reluctantly accepted this so-called transfer.

After returning home.

He didn't even glance at it, casually tossed the file onto the sofa, took a shower, and went to bed.

I slept until noon the next day when I woke up hungry.

Su Cheng opened her phone and ordered takeout at random. After eating, she lazily took a nap.

It wasn't until three or four o'clock in the afternoon that Su Cheng opened the case file for the first time.

After a quick glance, Su Cheng raised an eyebrow: "Huh?"

"It really is a merger and acquisition?"

"It's a bit rare, the old man actually let me play a winning game."

(End of this chapter)